A little prep before the first snow protects your plants, your lawn and your property, and it makes snow removal easier too.
Winter prep checklist
- Finish fall cleanup. Remove leaves and debris from the lawn and beds before snow covers them.
- Water evergreens. If the fall is dry, give evergreens a deep watering before the ground freezes so they do not dry out over winter.
- Protect young or tender shrubs. Burlap or wraps can help shield them from wind, winter sun and animals.
- Mulch after the ground freezes. A layer over tender perennials helps keep the soil temperature steady.
- Disconnect hoses and shut off outdoor faucets. This prevents frozen and burst pipes.
- Store or cover outdoor items. Move furniture, planters and ornaments out of the way of plows and shovels.
- Mark the edges of your driveway. Stakes or reflective markers help whoever is plowing avoid your lawn and landscaping.
- Flag hidden hazards. Mark sprinkler heads, curbs, landscape edging and anything else that could be damaged.
Snow removal for homes
All Star Outdoor Services offers residential driveway snow removal starting at $50 per push, with plowing at a 1 inch snowfall trigger. Request a free estimate on our website to get on the schedule.